Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Downtown Neighborhood of Asheville, NC from $700 (12 Rentals)
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Maple Crest Apartments

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North Downtown, Asheville, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,540 | $1,200 | $1,950 |
| North Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,690 | $795 | $4,000 |
| North Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,020 | $895 | $4,935 |
| North Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,126 | $995 | $4,281 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Downtown Neighborhood of Asheville, NC.
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Cheapest Available North Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Downtown area of Asheville, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Woods Townhomes priced from $795. Maple Crest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $835. Here are the most affordable North Downtown apartments for rent in Asheville, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Maple Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Reed Creek Greenway Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| RADVIEW | River & Rails | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Retreat At Hunt Hill | Nantahala-S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,315 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Downtown, NC
As of November 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Downtown area is the $1.43 price per square foot 127 Flint St Model at 127 Flint St, Unit B in the in the Rock Springs neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value North Downtown apartment is the A2-1 Model at White Oak Grove Apartments starting at $1,650 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Dover Charles Travis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 127 Flint St, Unit B | 127 Flint St | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| White Oak Grove Apartments | A2-1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| River Ridge | Elm | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| Ridge View Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| 35 Panola St, Unit 2 | 35 Panola St | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Northside at Merrimon | 2 bed/1 bath flat | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Willow Ridge | Asheville | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| Verde Vista | Vancouver - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Maple Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorth Downtown, Asheville, NC
Ranked #25
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the North Downtown Neighborhood in Asheville, NC
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
42 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Downtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Downtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Downtown is under $1,448.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in North Downtown is Woods Townhomes which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in North Downtown costs $2,219.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Downtown?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 48 regular apartments in North Downtown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in North Downtown?
Cheap apartments in North Downtown have an average cost of $209 which is $2,010 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Downtown.
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